Prospectus are excited to be working with the our client to recruit for a new Head of Development. This is a rare opportunity to join an established institution, with the post holder responsible for the development and delivery of the organisations fundraising strategy and plans for agreed capital and revenue programmes.

The organisation is a national museum, a Government non-departmental public body (NDPB) and a registered charity, with two sister sites at London and Cosford.

This role is being offered on a full-time, permanent basis with a salary of circa £48,000 per annum to be based near Colindale Station (NW9) with 30 days annual leave plus bank holidays. Please apply for more details on the interview schedule and application process.

The post holder will develop and deliver the Fundraising Strategy for the organisation aligned with their Strategic Plan and Objectives supporting revenue and capital income streams. This role will be managing a team of three that focus on Major Gifts, Corporates Partnerships & Acquisitions and Trusts & Foundations. As part of the position, you will have the opportunity to travel abroad around four times a year for a few days each time to support campaigns, including America with the RAF American Foundation.

They are looking for someone who can hit the ground running and share a passion for the Royal Air Force story. Experience in developing and delivering fundraising strategies is an essential requirement for this post, combined with demonstrable experience of securing five-six figure gifts through corporates, Trusts and Foundations and/or High Net Worth Individuals.

At Prospectus we invest in your journey as a candidate and are committed to supporting you in your application. In order to apply please submit your CV in the first instance and begin to prepare your supporting statement. Should your experience be suitable, we will send you the full job description and will arrange for a call and/or meeting to brief you on the role. You'll then have all the information you need to formally apply. We are looking forward to speaking with you soon.

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